
Know Better Do Better
Know Better Do Better makes it easy for you to get informed about race.It's hosted by Marie Beecham, a writer and speaker who has shared her fresh take on antiracism with millions. Her unique point of view will draw you in and send you off better equipped and inspired to make a difference.Interesting, insightful episodes on racial equity every Tuesday and Thursday.
Latest episodes

Mar 19, 2024 • 30min
119. Q&A - Is Interracial Adoption OK? Is Supporting Police Offensive? And More...
In this episode, I decided to answer questions I've received from all of you! We wade into a whole lot of big topics: Is showing support for police offensive to Black people? How do I know if I'm whitesplaining? What's with the term 'racialized' and when should I be using it? Is it okay for white people to adopt children of color? Listen up and learn a whole lot. Mentioned101. Is Race Real or Not? on Apple and Spotify102. Should We Embrace Race or Move Past It? on Apple and Spotify65. Prejudice in Policing on Apple & SpotifyBiased by Dr. Jennifer Eberhardt41. We Need to Talk About Whitesplaining on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Mar 14, 2024 • 19min
118. When White Antiracists Split Off From People of Color, Pt. 2
White liberals now have much more "progressive" stances on issues of race than people of color themselves, and that's not a good thing.In this episode, we pull back the curtain: liberals are overestimating racism's reach and that's actually a huge problem. We talk through what liberals tend to get wrong and how to make it right. Related episodes:Microaggressions in 15 Minutes on Apple and SpotifyCRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching on Apple & SpotifyWe're Getting Unconcious Bias Really Wrong on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Mar 12, 2024 • 30min
117. When White Antiracists Split Off From People of Color
In society, more and more things are being deemed racist or problematic. White liberals are leading the charge. The problem? Their views are only getting further from the perspective of people of color.As a matter of fact, white liberals now have much more "progressive" stances on issues of race than people of color themselves, and that's not a good thing. Learn how liberals are prone to do more harm than good.Related episodes:White People Are Only Friends With White People on Apple and SpotifyHow to Cure Racism's Psychological Effects on Apple and SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Mar 7, 2024 • 30min
116. Wait, Why Are Liberals Opposed to Interracial Marriage?
A lot of people are opposed to interracial relationships. My primary concern is how come liberals have arrived at this conclusion, and it's probably not for the reasons you think. I'll unpack the core beliefs that have led some progressives to oppose interracial marriage - beliefs you probably share, in part. Beliefs we all need to examine and reevaluate.Related episodes:Should We Embrace Race or Move Past It? on Apple and SpotifyCritical Race Theory 101: The 5 Basic Ideas You Need to Know on Apple & SpotifyLearn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & SpotifyMentioned: Liberals Once Embraced Interracial Relationships Like Mine. What Changed? by Paul KixTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Mar 5, 2024 • 23min
115. We're Getting Unconscious Bias Really Wrong
Unconscious racial bias is shrouded in mystery and misunderstanding. Learn what unconscious bias really is, and more importantly, what it isn't. Only when the misconceptions are cleared away can you really know how to do something about it. Related episodes:91. A Thorough Debunking of The Racial Bias Test on Apple and Spotify92. Everyone’s Wrong About Racial Bias, Part Two on Apple and SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Feb 29, 2024 • 32min
114. Antiracism 101: The 3 Basic Ideas You Need to Know
In this explainer, we're addressing the most relevant issues and breaking down the cultural debate. What's the concensus within social justice movement? What's the dominant view of everybody else? And where do you land?Mentioned episodes:68. CRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching on Apple & Spotify92. Everyone’s Wrong About Implicit Racial Bias on Apple and Spotify102. Should We Embrace Race or Move Past It? on Apple and Spotify46. The Racism the Least-Prejudiced People Are Most Guilty Of on Apple & Spotify67. Why the Antiracism Movement is Divided on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

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Feb 27, 2024 • 47min
113. How the Black Power Movement Has Carried into the Present Day
Delve into the Black Power Movement from the Black Panthers to present day, debunking myths and exploring their impact. Unpack Affirmative Action, War on Drugs, Rodney King incident, personal responsibility in black movements, Obama to BLM era, and reflections on the modern anti-racism movement.

Feb 22, 2024 • 1h 5min
112. The Full Story of Malcolm X's Tragic, Triumphant Life– In His Own Words
Until his dying day, Malcolm X was writing his detailed (17 hour) autobiography– and every shocking twist and turn is distilled down into this episode. This will be the most informative, thought-provoking hour of your whole week.Learn the story of his younger years, his crimes, his prison time, his radical beliefs, his late-in-life departure from them, and his devotion to a corrupt leader who, in the end, had him killed. Listen to next: 7 Things You Need to Know About Dr. King on Apple and SpotifySource: The Autobiography of Malcolm X, as told to Alex HaleyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Feb 20, 2024 • 37min
111. Setting The Record Straight on the Civil Rights Era
You may think you get the gist of the Civil Rights Era, but you don't even know what you don't know. In this episode, I'll lay out all of the major happenings at the peak of the movement, explaining how they changed history.Related episodes:100. 7 Things You Need to Know About Martin Luther King Jr. on Apple and Spotify102. Is Race Real or Not? According to the Experts, It's Complicated. on Apple and SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.Sources: Britannica, African American History, Facts, & Culture; The Autobiography of Martin Luther King Jr, edited by Clayborne Carson; The Autobiography of Malcolm X, as told to Alex Haley; NPR, Stokely Carmichael, A Philosopher Behind The Black Power Movement.

Feb 15, 2024 • 31min
110. Rosa Parks & Our Collective Ignorance: Why "She Wasn't the First" is Misguided
Exploring Rosa Parks' true story beyond popular misconceptions, highlighting her pivotal role in the civil rights movement. Addressing the overlooked contributions of black women like Claudette Colvin. Debunking false rivalries between activists. Revealing the truth behind Parks' involvement in the Montgomery Bus Boycott and emphasizing the importance of collective resistance against racial injustice.
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